Oral Glucose Challenge Test 2hrs. 75gms glucose. (DIPSI)

🔍 Overview

The Oral Glucose Challenge Test (DIPSI) is a screening test used to assess how the body processes glucose. It is commonly recommended for detecting gestational diabetes and glucose intolerance. The test measures blood sugar levels 2 hours after consuming 75 grams of glucose.

📋 Test Summary

This test helps to:

• Screen for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)

• Evaluate glucose metabolism

• Identify early glucose intolerance

• Monitor blood sugar response after glucose intake

• Support timely management during pregnancy

✔ Simple and single-step screening test
✔ Recommended by DIPSI guidelines
✔ Can be done irrespective of last meal (as advised)

⏱ Reports Within: Same Day
🧪 Sample: Blood
👩 Age: Pregnant Women
🚻 Gender: Female
🍽 Fasting: Not Required (as per DIPSI protocol)